What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Actalent?
Job Title: Lab Technician
Job Description
The Lab Technician conducts routine and advanced analytical testing using laboratory instrumentation to assess parameters such as pH, moisture, temperature, and microbiological safety. This role involves maintaining precise quality documentation in compliance with GMP, SOPs, and HACCP standards, while supporting cross-functional investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Conduct routine and non-routine analyses using standard lab equipment to measure pH, moisture, temperature, weight, and microbiological safety.
- Maintain accurate records of test results and quality documentation in accordance with GMP, SOPs, and HACCP standards.
- Support cross-functional investigations and continuous improvement initiatives related to laboratory processes.
- Ensure compliance with quality assurance protocols and microbiological safety standards.
Essential Skills
- Ability to conduct routine and advanced analytical testing using laboratory instruments.
- Proficiency in maintaining accurate records of test results.
- Understanding of microbiological safety and quality assurance processes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Associate's degree required.
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy.
- Food science is strongly preferred.
- Bilingual abilities are advantageous.
Work Environment
The role involves working in a laboratory setting, utilizing standard lab equipment to perform analytical tests. The environment requires adherence to quality and safety standards, with a focus on maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elmwood Park, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Elmwood Park,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $17 - $20